How to pronounce ringneck
Say it like RING-nek. Ringneck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RING).
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- RING
- nek
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ringneck pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RINGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of ringneck
American and British speakers say ringneck in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/ in the US and /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/ in the UK.
British respelling: RING-nek.
What does ringneck mean?
- Any of several unrelated birds that have a ringed neck.
Where does ringneck come from?
From ring + neck.
Questions about saying ringneck
How do you pronounce ringneck?
Say RING-nek. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/. In British English it is /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ringneck?
Ringneck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RING). Broken into parts: RING · nek.
Do Americans and Brits say ringneck the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/ and the British form is /ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.